vouch

verb

Definition of vouchnext
as in to certify

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How does the verb vouch contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of vouch are attest, certify, and witness. While all these words mean "to testify to the truth or genuineness of something," vouch applies to one who testifies as a competent authority or a reliable person.

willing to vouch for her integrity

When can attest be used instead of vouch?

While in some cases nearly identical to vouch, attest applies to oral or written testimony usually from experts or witnesses.

attested to the authenticity of the document

When is it sensible to use certify instead of vouch?

The words certify and vouch are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, certify usually applies to a written statement, especially one carrying a signature or seal.

certified that the candidate had met all requirements

When would witness be a good substitute for vouch?

The words witness and vouch can be used in similar contexts, but witness applies to the subscribing of one's own name to a document as evidence of its genuineness.

witnessed the signing of the will

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Recent Examples of vouch Many makeup lovers can vouch that this is an issue across the board. —Jessica Fields, Essence, 20 Dec. 2024 During that time, McMahon vouched to expand Pell Grant access for short-term workforce training programs. —Kiara Alfonseca, ABC News, 20 Nov. 2024 Chandhok, the prosecution’s star witness — who, like Caple, received immunity for his testimony — vouched earlier this week that Becker had leaked him the report. —Grace Hase, The Mercury News, 16 Nov. 2024 Porter continues to stand out Michael Porter Jr. showed up to training camp in excellent physical shape, teammates and coaches have vouched. —Bennett Durando, The Denver Post, 13 Oct. 2024 See All Example Sentences for vouch
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vouch
  1. certify
  2. ensure
  3. attest
  4. assure
  5. insure
  6. witness
  7. guarantee
  8. guaranty
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  • The company has the world’s first platinum Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) denim manufacturing facility certified by the United States Green Building Council.
    — Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 6 Oct. 2025
  • The nearest town of Torrey is certified as a Dark Sky Community, too.
    — Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 5 Oct. 2025
Definition of certify
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  • The agency stated that the price adjustments are being implemented to help cover additional handling costs and ensure a successful peak season, according to a news release.
    — Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 3 Oct. 2025
  • The measure has been long sought to ensure that every penny of tax paid at the pump goes toward road and bridge improvements.
    — Paul Egan, Freep.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Definition of ensure
Verb
  • Producers who ship nursery stock out of regulated areas to non-regulated areas must have their stock inspected, and each load must be accompanied by a certificate that attests to the fact that their product is free from the box tree moth.
    — Chad Murphy, Cincinnati Enquirer, 2 Oct. 2025
  • But since then, protests have been mostly peaceful, and residents have attested to the calm.
    — Devon M. Sayers, CNN Money, 1 Oct. 2025
Definition of attest
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  • As these policies and investments continue to take effect, the American people can rest assured that the best is yet to come – especially once the Federal Reserve finally cuts interest rates.
    — Andrew Stanton, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
  • They wanna be assured that this treatment is actually worth it.
    — Samantha Mims, Essence, 3 Oct. 2025
Definition of assure
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  • The programs currently provide direct benefits to nearly 70 million Americans and serve or insure at least 200 million, according to the CRBF.
    — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2025
  • Democratic leaders countered that the subsidies are not a new demand but rather the continuation of a program that has helped keep record numbers of Americans insured since the pandemic – and therefore that the issue could not be delayed.
    — Christopher Robertson, The Conversation, 7 Oct. 2025
Definition of insure
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  • Supporters witnessed players gesturing to each other in annoyance at misplaced passes or mistimed runs, fans let rip with their own nervousness as their side defended a 1-0 lead, and, most graphically, head coach Vitor Pereira was sent from the touchline after his own anxiety got the better of him.
    — Steve Madeley, New York Times, 6 Oct. 2025
  • Historic data In 2024, California witnessed 8,011 fires caused by humans, as reported by NIFC, which burned 990,939 acres of wildland.
    — CA WILDFIRE BOT, Sacbee.com, 5 Oct. 2025
Definition of witness
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  • Secure, redundant communication systems ensure instant presidential command, while E-6B airborne launch control aircraft can assume control if ground communication is lost, guaranteeing uninterrupted deterrence capability.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 9 Oct. 2025
  • The result of your entry doesn't matter, making the $100 bonus guaranteed.
    — Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2025
Definition of guarantee
Verb
  • The reason the Justice Department and the FBI have procedures is to guaranty fairness, and not just fairness but also the appearance of fairness, so that people can have confidence in institution.
    — Fox News, Fox News, 17 June 2018
  • Rodriguez said ViaGen cautions prospective clients that while the company can guaranty a clone that’s genetically identical to the parent, personalities are a complicated mix of nature and nurture.
    — Mary Carole McCauley, baltimoresun.com, 2 May 2018
Definition of guaranty

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